Alzheimer’s Research UK is proud to be supporting the UK launch of the documentary Taking Care in which Hollywood stars Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen share their experience of Alzheimer’s disease.
Directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker James Keach, Taking Care is a 38-minute documentary following the journey of Seth and Lauren as they navigate the complexities and heartbreak of Lauren’s mother’s young onset Alzheimer’s disease.
Lauren’s mum, Adele, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s aged just 55. She died in 2020.
Through humour, heart, and an unwavering commitment to change, Taking Care imparts a message of hope, resilience, and the profound impact individuals can have when they seek solutions to society’s greatest challenges.
“This film is a part of us, as deeply personal as our journey with Alzheimer’s. We want to foster a sense of hope, empathy, and understanding in our audiences. We hope viewers will be inspired to improve their brain health, support caregivers, and advocate for a future centred on dementia prevention, treatment, and support.”
Seth and Lauren Rogen
Alzheimer’s Research UK has joined forces with Seth and Lauren’s charity, Hilarity for Charity, and BrightFocus Foundation to support the film and highlight its vital messages.
Samantha Benham-Hermetz, Executive Director of Alzheimer’s Research UK, said:
“We are so grateful to Seth and Lauren for sharing their experience of Alzheimer’s disease.
“In the UK, the US and around the world there remains a lot of stigma and misunderstanding around dementia. So, having two people with such a high profile shining a light on the condition will be hugely impactful.
“It is estimated there are 55million people living with dementia worldwide, including nearly one million people in the UK. This number is projected to triple by 2050, rising to more than 150million.
“Dementia is one of the biggest global health crises, so the important messages highlighted in the Taking Care film are so vital and urgent.
“The film highlights the need to improve diagnosis, find new treatments and spread the message of the steps people can take to improve their brain health and reduce their risk of developing dementia.
“We hope this film will spark conversations and bring about change for people with dementia and their families.”
The film can be watched on Amazon Prime and via other streaming services. To find out more about the film, go to www.takingcarefilm.com
